10 Exercises to Relieve Shoulder Pain and Tightness

Exercise 5: seated twist

This exercise stretches your shoulders and neck. Do not change the position of your hips during this exercise. Let the twist start at the lower back.

• Sit in a chair with your ankles directly under your knees. 
• Rotate your upper body to the right, pressing the back of your left hand against your thigh. 
• Place your right hand in a way that is comfortable for you. 
• Hold this position for 30 seconds. 
• Repeat on the left side.

Do the exercise 3-5 times on each side.